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ZIMBABWE
COASTAL FORCES
CHIPO CHEBELGIUM patrol launches (1986)
Ships
| Names | Builders | Commissioned | Losses | Transfers | Discarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KF590 Chipo Chebelgium KF591 Mudzimundiringe KF592 Chirovamura KF593 Vamashayamombe KF594 Chayamura Varwere KF595 Chifambisa Nyore KF596 Chiorora Mvura KF597 Chibatanidza Matunhu |
SKB Yard, ANtwerp, Belgium: KF590-597 | 1986: KF590-597 |
none |
none |
2000-2003: KF590-597 |
Technical data
| Displacement standard, t | |
|---|---|
| Displacement full, t | 14 |
| Length, m | 11.5 |
| Breadth, m | 3.85 |
| Draught, m | 0.65 |
| No of shafts | 2 |
| Machinery | 2 Caterpillar 3208 diesels |
| Power, h. p. | 400 |
| Max speed, kts | 22 - 25 |
| Fuel, t | diesel oil |
| Endurance, nm(kts) | |
| Armament | small arms |
| Electronic equipment | none |
| Complement |
Project history
GRP police craft. Are used on patrol, medical assistance and supply duties.
Modernizations
none
Naval service
No significant events.
